Common Furniture Beetle
By far the most widespread, leaving small round exit holes in floorboards, joists and furniture.
Woodworm Treatment
Specialist woodworm treatment starts by confirming whether the infestation is active. We identify the beetle, treat affected timbers and protect your home, all backed by a 10-year insured guarantee.
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Woodworm Specialists
What Is Woodworm?
Woodworm is the larvae of wood-boring beetles that tunnel through structural and decorative timber, weakening floorboards, joists and roof timbers. The usual signs are small round exit holes and a fine powdery dust called frass.
Not every infestation is still active, so it pays to check before treating. Our CSRT-qualified, Property Care Association (PCA) registered team carries out a free survey, confirms whether the woodworm is live and treats only what is needed. Call 01933 825246 for honest, local advice.
What You Might Find
Common Types of Woodworm
Deathwatch Beetle
Attacks older hardwoods such as oak, so it is most common in period and historic properties.
Active or Old Damage?
Old holes do not always mean a live problem. We check for fresh frass and tunnelling before recommending treatment.
Signs of Woodworm
Common Signs of Woodworm
- Small round exit holes in wood (woodworm)
- Fine powdery dust (frass) beneath timber
- Crumbling, cracked or spongy timber
- A musty, damp smell near floors or roofs
- Weak, springy or sagging floorboards
How We Fix It
Our Woodworm Treatment
Inspection & Identification
We confirm the species and whether the infestation is active, and check for any damp that is feeding it.
Targeted Insecticide Treatment
Affected floor, joist and roof timbers are treated with a professional insecticide to eradicate the larvae.
10-Year Insured Guarantee
Completed work comes with full documentation and a 10-year insured guarantee.
Our Process
From Survey to Lasting Protection
Free Survey
We inspect the affected areas and discuss what you have noticed.
Clear Diagnosis
We identify the cause and explain the findings clearly.
Correct Treatment
Our team completes only the remedial work your property needs.
Guaranteed Result
You receive the relevant documentation and long-term guarantee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Woodworm Treatment
Local, honest advice, starting with a free survey.
What is woodworm?
Woodworm is the larvae of wood-boring beetles that bore through timber as they feed. The most common in UK homes is the common furniture beetle. Tell-tale signs are small round exit holes and fine powdery frass.
How do I know if woodworm is active?
Active infestations usually show fresh, clean exit holes and a sprinkling of frass beneath the timber. Our surveyors confirm whether it is live before any treatment, so you do not pay to treat old, inactive damage.
How is woodworm treated?
We treat the affected floor, joist and roof timbers with a professional insecticide, and resolve any damp that is helping the infestation. The work is backed by a 10-year insured guarantee.
How much does woodworm treatment cost?
It depends on the extent of the infestation and how accessible the timbers are. We provide a free survey and a clear written quotation so you know the cost before any work begins.
Is woodworm dangerous to my home?
Left untreated, woodworm can weaken structural timbers such as joists and roof members over time. Early treatment prevents costly repairs, which is why a survey is worthwhile if you suspect it.
What Our Clients Say
Trusted by Homeowners Across Northamptonshire
Trevor has just recently completed a damp and woodworm survey on my home (as part of a home buy/selling process). Trevor came around within a few days following my request for an assessment and was highly knowledgeable and professional. He then produced a report which was informative and helpful. Would recommend.
Dawn S.
Google Review
Very impressed with the service. The inspection was thorough and the advice was detailed and useful.
Victoria F.
Google Review
I brought a new house and discovered I had wood worm and needed damp proofing to be done. I called 3 companies and was quoted £1500, then called Meadow Wood Preservation and Trevor came around and quoted a really competitive price that I decided to go with him. He came to following week and did the work one afternoon. They did a fantastic job, and I’ve already recommended him to a friend who has a damp problem on her house.
Phung L.
Yell, Mar 2018
Book Your Free Timber Survey
We will confirm whether the woodworm is active and recommend the right treatment for your home.